Child Therapists in Alpharetta, GA
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Moeller and Associates, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Play Therapy offers young
children
a therapeutic experience through the use of toys and artistic expression.
Moeller and Associates was founded in 1995. All clinicians have a Masters Degree or PhD in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling along with designated State Licensure and/or Certifications. This team offers expertise in mood disorders, anxiety disorders substance abuse, relationship/marital issues, grief counseling, and workplace issues. Populations served are for
children
, adolescents, and adults of various multi-national backgrounds. All clinicians within the team participate in ongoing education and training allowing them cutting edge knowledge of behavioral healthcare and interventions to improve one's mental health. We welcome the opportunity to serve our community.

Erica Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize working with Couples who have trouble communicating, get stuck in the same arguments, & have experienced a trauma or an affair. I have training and supervision in Emotionally Focused Couples Counseling which assists couples to be open, attuned, and responsive to each other allowing them to reestablish their emotional connection. I also specialize in Play Therapy with
children
who have experienced trauma, loss, struggle at school, depression, & anxiety. I work collaboratively with parents offering support, education, and family process sessions. I utilize
child
centered, sand tray, and attachment models of play therapy

Kathleen W Shack
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
com has information about my work as a Counselor, Mediator, Divorce Coach and
Child
Specialist.
I specialize in counseling with couples and families through their life journey. Whether you are a new couple looking for tools to build a solid foundation or a couple in crisis looking for a life raft, I am here for you. I am a Certified Gottman Couples Therapist. There are many stages a family goes through in their journey from being a pre-marital couple through retirement and beyond. I am equipped to guide you through these transitions. If your family is transitioning through divorce or are a newly blended family, I help all family members heal while finding balance and harmony within the new family structure.

McConaghie Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
Andrew and Tracy have been married since 1988 and have two young adult
children
.
Life can be difficult; we can help.
Our practice is different. We focus on helping people use their own strengths to find real solutions to problems. You can expect acceptance and caring at McConaghie Counseling, but we go beyond that to provide the expertise and guidance you need to make your life and relationships better.

Sunshine Child & Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Children
, teens and families are our passion and describe our ideal clientele. Your parenting instincts tell you something has changed with your
child
. You wonder is it something with school, friends, or a stressor that you have no idea about. Perhaps, your family unit has gone through major change or loss. Your desire is to have your
child
be back to their best self. You've tried everything you can think of in your parenting arsenal; long talks, together time, consequences and for some reason the issue is still there. As parents we don't always have all the answers and it is ok to reach out for help!

Gracile Dawes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
The stress that people face comes from all sides. Therapy is a road to healing and health when stress and anxiety become a burden. If you are a woman overwhelmed by the demands of life, and feeling like you are never enough for anyone, counseling will provide you with the necessary support to be more present and confident in your daily life. If you are are a teen feeling disconnected from your parents, your friends, and yourself, counseling will give you tools to understand yourself and connect with those most important to you. If your
child
has unique needs or challenging behaviors, parenting counseling will help.

Erika LaCaruba
MA
Accepting new clients starting Oct 1, 2022, my therapeutic approach centers around providing a safe space for clients to feel heard and supported. As a therapist to
children
, I can help
children
build self esteem, increase their coping skills, decrease angry or anxious behaviors, and nurture their creativity. As a therapist to individuals, I can help clients decrease anxiety and depression symptoms, work through difficult periods in their lives, and cultivate hope for their future. As a therapist to couples and families, I can help increase communication, repair relationships, and create a safe environment to heal together.

Lauren Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
I especially love working with
children
and discovering new ways to connect with each
child
's needs.
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren Wallace and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. I specialize in working with
children
who struggle with anxiety and divorce recovery. Graduating from North Georgia College & State University (now University of North Georgia) with my undergraduate degree in Sociology, I loved the school and Dahlonega so much that I attained my Master's degree in Community Counseling shortly thereafter. I have been a lifelong resident of Georgia, an active therapist in the state for over 10 years, and an active supervisor since 2017.
Waitlist for new clients

Tara Schoeller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with
children
and families struggling with problems that interfere with social, emotional, behavioral and academic functioning. I believe in a collaborative, down to earth,
child
-centered and
child
-friendly, non-judgmental, compassionate and strengths perspective approach when working with
children
and families in need. My focus will be on building a strong and trusting relationship where your
child
and family can share openly and work towards healing. I believe in not only addressing problems in goal oriented ways, but also to build on your
child
's and your family strengths in meeting your therapy goals.

Keren Drits
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! My practice is open during early EVENING hours to accommodate after school schedules. I have been fortunate to have 18 years of counseling experience in both the school setting and the private sector, working with
children
ranging in ages 5-18, adults, and with families. While working with
children
and adolescents, I believe that the family dynamic is an extremely important part of the therapeutic process, and will often involve parents and siblings in therapy when it is helpful. I specialize in: anxiety disorders, divorce, parenting support, self esteem, family dysfunction, and school related issues.

Crystal Favre
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of
children
, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.

Crystal Favre
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of
children
, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.

Melanie Elizabeth Kissell
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
2 Endorsed
2 Endorsed
As a relationship-oriented therapist with training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, &
Child
-Parent Psychotherapy, I work with infants,
children
, adolescents, families, & adults.
"Love and Trust, in the space between what's said and what's heard in our life, can make all the difference in the world." Fred Rogers. Sometimes life presents us with challenges, adjustments, and opportunities for growth, all we need is someone to hear what we are saying in a new way. I am here to help you navigate these moments, in the way you desire. Together we will work to ensure that you are truly listened to, in a way that elicits effective change, growth, and healing.

Shally Vaid
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, CCH, CPCS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in treating
children
/adolescents and their families.
Mental health is a vital component of our overall well-being. We all face struggles at some point in our lives. If you have made the decision to seek counseling, you are already one step closer to becoming the best version of yourself. As a licensed psychotherapist, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where my clients can begin to heal and learn to live healthier, happier, and balanced lives.
Not accepting new clients

Emiliya Adelson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed
child
psychologist who specializes in the treatment of
children
and adolescents who struggle with life transitions, anger, anxiety, ADHD, depression, identity issues, mood dysregulation, stress, and self-esteem issues. My approach is commpasionate, collaborative, and supportive. I enjoy working with parents and assisting in fostering supportive and loving relationships as well as supporting families in helping
children
reach their potential.

Kim Valdes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Verified
Verified
If you are seeking help virtually with your school age
child
or adolescent with anxiety or depression I am here to help. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment in which your
child
can be supported in their efforts to release, heal and learn new skills. Underlying my work with
children
is a
child
centered, gestalt, experiential approach, and CBT. The tools I like to use when in therapy are: play therapy, sand tray play, expressive art, and mindfulness exercises. With teens I use a mandala expressive arts integrating interpersonal neurobiology approach to healing depression, anxiety, and low self esteem.

Carlee Owens
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a
child
/adolescent therapist, I can help increase self-esteem, develop appropriate coping skills, decrease angry or anxious behaviors, and learn self-control while supporting their creativity.
I am a family therapist, working through a systemic lens, as well as a client-centered therapist, believing each individual possesses unique strengths which can be highlighted and utilized in therapy. I have a passion for helping families reach their desired outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment. I am trained and experienced working with ages 4 and up.

Leah Rydel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with
children
, adolescents and adults.
I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and specialize in working with individuals throughout the entire lifespan. My modalities include CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Strength Based Counseling and Mindfulness Approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and trauma. I am passionate about connecting with clients on an emotional and empathic level to building strong, lasting relationships with them. I hold a Master’s of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bradley University. She received a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from University of Georgia.

Stevie Reilly
MEd, ET
Does your
child
struggle in school due to dyslexia or reading and writing difficulties and avoid schoolwork due to lack of confidence and anxiety? Are you afraid your
child
will struggle forever and nothing can be done to help him or her? You feel frustrated and tired of the homework battles and afraid that the teacher or school does not understand what he/she needs. Your
child
's diagnosis from the school or psychologist feels hopeless and you want to see him succeed, but don't know where to begin.
Optimal Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
At Optimal Psychological we specialize in Psychological Evaluations and Trauma Assessments for infants,
children
and adults. We have convenient appointment times, fast turnaround time and a friendly atmosphere.
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Child Therapists
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.